Your mission

This role will play a leading role in coordinating the launch and execution of War Child (WC) emergency response to returnees and refugee from Susan. Working closely with the South Sudan Finance and Operations teams (initial base of operations), this role will specifically support all aspects of financial, partnership and compliance management with key programme partners.  S/he will work collaboratively with programme colleagues and partners to ensure compliance with WC internal policies and procedures as well as donor and statutory regulations. S/he will be responsible for financial and compliance functions including: reporting on internal controls, financial monitoring and capacity building for partner staff; budgeting, internal and external donor reporting, partner financial management and operational support as required.  
 
Incumbent must be proactive, analytical and team oriented. Ability to build and maintain strong work relationship skills including the ability to communicate well on all levels. Working with local partners in an emergency setting, s/he must display initiative, flexibility, creativity, natural curiosity and a strong work ethic, persuasive and service-oriented, and demonstrate an array of relevant technical skills. Openness to diversity and different points of view.

 Position in the Organisation 

• The Finance and Partnership Compliance - officer reports to the Operations Support Manager in the South Sudan programme, with dotted lines to the Sudan Emergency Response Manager. 
• The Sudan Emergency Response will be housed and supported by the South Sudan programme 
• The position will be based in the Juba office, with possible visits to Sudan depending on security and access approvals. 
• This role collaborates closely with the ERM, programme coordinators and Finance colleagues in South Sudan. 
• They will work directly with local partners and actors in Sudan, both on-the-job and remotely  

What you will do :

Control and Compliance 

• Responsible for ensuring full compliance with donor requirements and WCH policies and for providing management with all financial and compliance administrative aspects of Sudan Programme while adhering to local laws and regulations. 
• Perform and report on internal verifications to ensure that financial control, financial guidelines of donor requirements and other control procedures are in place and properly implemented and managed in the organization. 
• Carry out procedures to identify any financial -irregularity, and non-compliance with WCH-’s delegation authority, procurement threshold and donor regulations_ bringing any findings to the attention of OSM and ERM or CD . 
• Review thoroughly all financial documents of projects funded by donors and ensure the expenditure incurred fully comply with donor requirements before any donor audit takes place. 

Financial Management and Reporting 

• Manage donor funds and timely production of donor reports and any internal financial reports whenever required. 
• Support ERM and OSM with preparation of donor and organizational budgets; ensure compliance with donor regulations. 
• Coordinate with relevant programme staff and ensure monthly review of BVAs and incorporate feedback, obtaining explanations of variances between budget and actual spending, income etc. 
• Proposal budget development with ERM and guided by OSM.  

 
Partnership Coordination and Capacity Building 

• Review financial reports and transactions provided by partners on a timely basis, and provide feedback to partners and keep ERM and OSM informed 
• Provide support, supervision and oversight function of partner compliance to ensure that the overall project implementation complies with donor and WCH regulations and policies; 
• Work closely with the implementing partners staff to ensure compliance by providing trainings and regular technical assistance with budgetary and finance needs. 
• Lead the assessment of the financial management capacity of WCH’s partners, identifying capacity gaps , recommend actions to address the gaps and follow up with relevant staff for timely implementation. 
• Make recommendations to ERM and OSM  on the performance of WCH’s partners with special focus on the key areas that require management attention for immediate improvement (findings rated as high risk). 
• Assess the finance skills of both finance and key non-finance staff of partner organizations by using the partner assessment tool and other relevant tools. 
• Liaise and coordinate with Operations teams (HR, logistics, security) to provide adequate support to partners and Sudan response programmes. 

Other 

• Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in Code of Conduct (CoC) with Associated Policies; the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking Policy. 
• Support and promote the standards outlined in the WCH and donor Code of Conduct and related policies to the team. 
• Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by line manager and  ERM.

Your profile

Education Qualifications 

• Qualified Accountant (CA/CMA/ACCA/CPA degree) or Master’s degree in finance  

Knowledge and Experience 

• Minimum 3 years ’ experience in a similar position in an NGO,  
• Conversant with online financial management system   
• Experience of working on projects funded by major international donors, particularly UN agencies, ECHO, EU and FCDO. 
• Experience in developing staff technical and management capacities 
• Experience of working with local partners, especially in emergency contexts is essential 
• Knowledge of the context and experience of working with partners in Sudan is desirable 
• Experience in managing finance/compliance for grants in sensitive settings. 
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.  
• Familiarity with broader systems development including procurement, logistics, HR and IT. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines 
• Ability to build productive working relationships within a multicultural and multidisciplinary team 
• Fluent in English, Speaking Arabic is added advantage   
• Positive attitude of "can-do", solution-oriented. 
• Ability to cope with stress, to work under pressure in often strict deadlines. 
• Ability to work on own initiative and in team 
• Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. 

Please note this is a locally contracted role. 

What we offer

• Location : South Sudan - Juba 
• Type of Contract : Local contract with salary and secondary labour conditions based on the in-country salary scale, local T&C's will apply.
• Contract Length : One Year 
• Preferable start date :  1st of April 2026

Why You Should Apply

• Meaningful Impact : Contribute directly to improving the lives of children and families affected by conflict through quality education and long-term, sustainable change.
• Professional Growth: Join a dynamic organisation that values learning, innovation, and professional development, with opportunities for capacity building and growth through the role and War Child’s global network.
• Global Reach : Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme across multiple conflict-affected contexts worldwide.
• Collaborative & Inclusive Culture : Work alongside passionate, mission-driven colleagues in a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace that prioritises safety, fairness and equal opportunity for all.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications (CV and motivation letter in English) by March 20, 2026. We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.

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Disclaimer

• Only applications received via our website are processed.
• If we appoint a suitable candidate before the given closing date, we reserve the right to remove the vacancy from our website before that date. In such a case, any responses received after that time are not processed.
• It could be that during our selection process the closing date for the vacancy is extended. If so, and you have not yet heard from us, your application will remain active.

About us

The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholders—including governments, educators, caregivers, and communities—to foster children’s wellbeing, education, and self-determination. We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about War Child and our programmes https://www.warchild.net/ 

Safeguarding and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy, our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home
 
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly, irrespective of where, what or whom they were born, or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people, especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented, can be themselves at work. You can read our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) policy on our website, and if you have any questions about our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) do get in touch: DEIB.team@warchild.net